Philipa Thornton

November 23, 2023

Elevate Your Therapeutic Journey: Black Friday Parts Therapy Training Extravaganza

We offer online and in person training and professional development for couples individual and therapists - Doctors psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, Emdr Therapists, hypnotherapists and other mental health professionals wanting to learn the valuable parts therapy - Resource Therapy!

Hello, fellow therapists, social workers, psychologists, NLPer’s, EMDR-trained clinicians, Clinical Hypnotherapists, and mental health professionals! We’re thrilled to bring you an exclusive Black Friday training sale that you won’t want to miss. If you’re passionate about helping your clients heal from anxiety, trauma, and depression, and reach their peak potential while maintaining a fulfilling career, then you’re in the right place.

Join us for this special opportunity to supercharge your therapy skills with Resource Therapy.

Meet the Team Behind the Success: At the Resource Therapy Institute Australia, our leadership team is dedicated to empowering therapists like you. There is me – Philipa Thornton CEO and President of Resource Therapy International, with Chris with a Master in Psychology also Treasurer to the RTI executive board. We are blessed to have our dear friends Yvette Allen and Gordon Emmerson PhD drop by from time to time too. We are cofounders of the Resource Therapy Institute Australia. We just happen to be a wife and husband team too. As master trainers, consultants, and supervisors we bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to our training programs.

Why Resource Therapy? Resource Therapy is a transformative approach that empowers therapists to connect with their clients on a deep, meaningful level. It’s not just therapy; it’s a journey of self-discovery and healing. As a certified therapists and psychologists, you already know the importance of effective techniques, and Resource Therapy offers a unique set of tools that can make all the difference in your practice. Whether it be private practice, a group practice an NGO, or the health department.

What’s in Store for You:

Foundation Program: Dive into the basics of Resource Therapy and gain a solid understanding of its principles. Perfect for those new to this approach and wanting to dip your toes into a parts therapy modality.
Clinical Resource Therapy Program: Elevate your skills with our ten-day intensive program. Learn advanced techniques and strategies to bring about lasting transformations in your clients. You want to build upon your successes post Foundation Program for the full Clinical Certification.
Advanced Clinical and Train the Trainer: Take your expertise to the next level and become qualified to train other therapists. A unique opportunity for those looking to share this powerful approach.
Specialty Master’s Classes: Explore specialized topics and enhance your knowledge in areas that matter most to you.

Why Choose Our Training: At Marriage Works & the Resource Therapy Institute Australia, we’re not just another training provider. We are the pioneers in Resource Therapy, and our programs are designed to help you excel in your practice, assisting clients in healing while preventing therapist burnout, as we know compassion fatigue is overwhelming today’s mental health workers. Here’s why you should choose us:

Expertise: With years of experience personally and professionally in Resource Therapy, you’re learning from the best in the field.
Transformative Techniques: Our training is known for its practicality and effectiveness. Witness incredible client transformations with the techniques you’ll learn.
Global Community: Join a supportive community of therapists worldwide who are committed to making a positive impact. Excited to have participants from Germany, the USA, Greece, the Netherlands, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada within our diverse and growing tribe.

Black Friday Sale Details: To celebrate Black Friday, we’re offering exclusive discounts on all our training programs. That’s right the early bird special discount price is extended for a few more days. We have heard you!

This is your chance to invest in your professional growth and provide even better care for your clients. Don’t miss out!

How to Get Started:

Visit our training page, the Resource Therapy Institute Australia, to explore all the training programs in detail. Click Bali in June to visit.
Choose the program that best suits your needs to register.
Sign up during our Black Friday sale to enjoy incredible savings.
Get ready to embark on a journey of transformation and growth.

Hurry, Sale Ends Tuesday! Our Black Friday sale is a limited-time offer, and it ends on Tuesday 28th November for our US friends. Seize this opportunity to take your therapy practice to the next level and make a positive impact on your clients’ lives. Don’t wait—act now!

Conclusion: As a dedicated psychologist and master trainer in Resource Therapy, I know the incredible impact this approach can have on both therapists and clients. This Black Friday, take the opportunity to invest in your skills and join us in making a difference in the lives of those you serve.

Thank you for being a part of our community. We can’t wait to see you thrive as a resource therapist. Let’s make this Black Friday the start of something amazing!

Please reach out, to me directly if you have any questions thanks for your time.

November 16, 2023November 15, 2023

Cultivating Wellness: Harnessing Resource Therapy to Transform Distress and Behavioral Challenges

Resource Therapy’s effectiveness in dealing with parts in distress or behavioral disturbances is significantly enhanced by its specific action steps and targeted interventions:

Diagnosis and Identification: The therapy begins with a precise diagnosis and identification of the part in distress. This involves understanding the part’s role, its emotional state, and how it’s contributing to the client’s current challenges. Such clear identification is a crucial first step that sets the stage for targeted interventions. Here we deploy RT 15 Treatment actions.
Direct Communication with Distressed Parts: Resource Therapy facilitates respectful direct communication with the distressed part. This interaction allows the therapist and client to understand the part’s needs, fears, and motivations, leading to more effective treatment strategies, and enhancing self-compassion.
State-Specific Interventions: Resource Therapy uses state-specific interventions tailored to the condition of the distressed part. These interventions are designed to be directly relevant to the part’s current state, ensuring that the therapy is both efficient and effective. RT Therapists know the conditions can change from wounded to a sense of safety and peace.
Negotiation and Reconciliation: The therapy involves negotiation and reconciliation between parts. This step is vital in cases where behavioral disturbances arise from internal conflicts or imbalances between different parts. The key is Retro State Negotiation or our conflicted State protocol.
Empowering the Parts: Resource Therapy focuses on empowering the parts, particularly those that are distressed or causing behavioral issues. By strengthening these parts and helping them fulfill their roles more effectively, the therapy aims to reduce symptoms and improve overall functioning.
Integration and Resolution: A key goal in Resource Therapy is to integrate the distressed part back into the personality system in a healthier, more harmonious way. This integration is crucial for the long-term resolution of the issues and for preventing recurrence.
Action-Oriented Techniques: The therapy includes specific, action-oriented techniques such as role-playing or re-experiencing past events in a safe environment. These techniques help the client to directly confront and resolve the issues associated with the distressed part.
Creating New Responses: Resource Therapy aims to create new, healthier responses and behaviors. By working with the part in distress, the client learns to develop alternative ways of reacting and coping, which are more adaptive and less disruptive.
Feedback and Adjustment: Throughout the process, there is continuous feedback and adjustment of strategies based on the client’s response. This ensures that the therapy remains relevant and effective for the client’s unique needs.

By employing these specific action steps, Resource Therapy provides a structured yet flexible framework for addressing parts in distress or behavioral disturbances. This approach not only helps in resolving current issues but also equips clients with the tools to manage future challenges more effectively.

Ready to Embrace Change?
Join us on a journey of transformation and healing. Discover how Resource Therapy can empower you or your clients to overcome distress and behavioral challenges. Whether you’re seeking personal growth or professional development, our training programs and therapeutic sessions are tailored to meet your needs. Don’t let distress hold you back any longer. Contact us today to learn more about our Resource Therapy services and training programs, or subscribe to our newsletter for insightful updates and tips on cultivating wellness. Let’s work together to harness the power of your inner resources!

November 12, 2023November 11, 2023

Join the Parts Therapy Revolution: Celebrating Success and Looking to the Future

Psychologist Philipa and the wonderful North American Imago Relationship Therapists in Las Vegas for their annual conference.

Greetings from Sydney via the City of Lights! Las Vegas, known for its vibrant nightlife and glittering skyline, recently added a dash of psychological depth to its repertoire as it hosted the North American Imago Relationship Therapy Conference. It was an event marked not only by illuminating insights into relationship therapy but also by the joy of personal connections—proof that the spirit of camaraderie transcends all boundaries.

A Conference to Remember

As the buzz of slot machines faded into the background, and still no gambling on this my second visit to Sin City. There was a different kind of excitement built up as Imago Therapists from across the continent gathered, eager to share and learn from each other’s experiences. It was a melting pot of innovation, with the latest in therapeutic techniques being discussed with enthusiasm.

It was certainly an honour meeting Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt Imago Therapy founders of Imago Relationship Therapy. Another highlight was connecting with Gene Shelly our Imago Clinical instructor and meeting Australian, NZ, and new American Imago friends.

Amongst the grandeur, the most meaningful moments were arguably the more personal—like meeting Cindy and Evonne – who trained with us at the Resource Therapy Institute online in the last couple of years.

President Philipa Thornton awarding Evonne Weinhaus her Clinical Resource Therapy Qualification in St Louis USA. — Philipa Thornton President Resource Therapy International (official) is delighted to award Evonne her Clinical Resource Therapy Qualification in St Louis USA.

The Power of Resource Therapy

Cindy, a passionate mental health social worker from Las Vegas, became our first Advanced Clinical Resource Therapist and Trainer in the USA 2020—a remarkable milestone. And Evonne W from St. Louis, who now proudly holds the title of Clinical Resource Therapist, reminded us of the incredible journey from learning to mastery.

Seeing these dedicated professionals and handing them their certificates as President of Resource Therapy International was profoundly moving. Their dedication over the years, transitioning from online modules to real-world applications, exemplifies the dedication and potential of Resource Therapy to change lives.

Accredited Mental Health Social worker & Clinical Resource Therapists Cindy from Las Vegas at Planet Hollywood with President of Resource Therapy International.

Bringing It All Together

Our interactions in Vegas went beyond professional courtesies; they were an embodiment of shared goals and aspirations. The warmth and hospitality extended by the new faces we met, now friends, were nothing short of heartwarming. These moments solidified the notion that while we may start as colleagues, we often end up as part of a larger, global family, united in purpose and passion.

Our Imago and Resource Therapy tribe.

Let’s Shape the Future with Parts Therapy

Now, we’re bringing the spirit of Las Vegas to you with our upcoming online courses and the much-anticipated training retreat in Bali for 2024. If you’re looking to expand your therapeutic toolkit and help your clients find healing and wholeness, there’s no better time to sign up. As a special thank you, we’re offering an Early Bird registration for those who enroll now—don’t let this opportunity slip by.

Resource Therapy is more than a profession; it’s a calling, a way to heal and empower. By becoming a part of this community, you’re not just learning but transforming lives.

Join us, and let’s move forward together. With hands-on, expert training and a supportive network, you’re set to make a difference in your live and the lives of others.

Whether you’re an established professional or just starting, our doors are open. For more information and to grab your Early Bird spot, click here.

To our future attendees, we say: let’s bring our practice into a new era. Together, let’s continue the work that turns the wheels of personal growth and development. See you online, or even better, in Bali!

Warm regards,

Philipa Thornton